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Petition challenging seizure memorandum, show cause notice (SCN), and lookout notice issued regarding mis-declaration of imported goods dismissed. SCN issued u/s 28(4) read with Sections 124 and 110AA of Customs Act, citing suppression of facts and willful misstatement. Commissioner of Customs qualifies as "Proper Officer" u/s 2(34) to initiate proceedings u/s 28(4). SCN issued within 5-year limitation period u/s 28(4). Lookout notice challenge maintainable only by individual to whom issued. Challenge to seizure memorandum rejected on grounds of laches. Petition unsustainable.
Petition challenging seizure memorandum, show cause notice (SCN), and lookout notice issued regarding mis-declaration of imported goods dismissed. SCN issued u/s 28(4) read with Sections 124 and 110AA of Customs Act, citing suppression of facts and willful misstatement. Commissioner of Customs qualifies as "Proper Officer" u/s 2(34) to initiate proceedings u/s 28(4). SCN issued within 5-year limitation period u/s 28(4). Lookout notice challenge maintainable only by individual to whom issued. Challenge to seizure memorandum rejected on grounds of laches. Petition unsustainable.
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